The much-maligned state was permitted to pursue only timid policy responses. This failure reflects the extent to which policy continues to be informed by ideology, specifically, neoliberalism.socialeurope.eu
Autori Sezioni: Mariana Mazzucato
Italy’s future growth hinges on new ways of doing business
Regardless of one’s position on the recent Italian referendum on constitutional reform, it is clear that Matteo Renzi made a mistake when he identified the Yes vote with his position as prime minister. It meant that some people voted No simply to oust him, while others voted Yes to avoid the instability that would follow […]
Five Key Points for Italy’s Banking Woes
There is serious concern about Italy’s banks and whether the bad debt they are carrying signals trouble for the Eurozone. In facing up to its troubled financial system Italy’s political leaders could also benefit from a moment of reflection on what the role of finance could, and should, be in a dynamic economic system marianamazzucato.com
A State-Powered Green Revolution
Discussions about building a green future tend to focus on the need to improve the generation of energy from renewable sources. But that is just the first step. Better mechanisms for storing and releasing that energy are also critical. And, contrary to popular belief, it is the public sector that is leading the way toward […]